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First six legs of 9,300 mile Hiroshima to Frankfurt challenger tour completed
Mazda3s take part in Moscow's Festival of Speed at Luzhniki sports complex
British media and Mazda dealers from UK drove first three legs of challenging route
New crews set out today on final leg from Russian capital to Germany
All-new range of Mazda3 hatchbacks and fastbacks go on sale in the UK in January 2014

The convoy of all-new Mazda3 cars taking part in the ' Mazda Route3 - Hiroshima to Frankfurt Challenger Tour 2013' have safely reached Moscow after some 7,770 miles and 23 gruelling days on the road. The eight hatchbacks undertaking the expedition are holding up superbly, proving to be extremely reliable and robust.

"The two things I find most remarkable about this epic journey are firstly how well the all-new Mazda3 cars are performing under conditions that have been worse than anyone expected, and also how welcoming the people have been. Everywhere that the Mazda Route3 teams have gone, people smile and wave and sometimes even applaud. The all-new Mazda3 is proving to be a real attraction," comments Jeremy Thomson, Managing Director, Mazda UK.

On route to Moscow, tour highlights in the few short breaks between driving sessions included a stop at Russia's largest power plant and driving a section of the Chuysky Tract, one of the world's oldest roads. Tour participants also took a break at Chany Lake, a large body of freshwater that locals claim is home to a man-eating sea monster. Further west, the Mazda3 teams visited the Kungur Ice Caves, with their sprawling caverns and bizarre ice formations.

Crossing the Ural Mountains from Asia into Europe, crews stopped at two of Russia's most famous kremlins (Kazan and Nizhny Novgorod), before arriving on Saturday evening in the Russian capital.

In Moscow, the Mazda Route3 convoy joined in the Festival of Speed (an event which aims to become Russia's answer to the Goodwood Festival), and stole the show at this year's motorsport event - if not on the track then certainly in the hearts of the 10,000-strong crowd at the Luzhniki sports complex.

The all-new Mazda3s have performed extremely well after crossing most of Russia, overcoming contaminated petrol and surviving often crumbling or unpaved roads with dangerous potholes causing numerous punctured tyres, but no other damage.

British media and Mazda dealers from the UK were among the first crews to pilot the all-new Mazda3 test fleet when they participated in the first three legs of the epic tour from Vladivostok to Ulan-Ude.

The last group of tour participants hit the road today for the seventh leg of the epic journey, which will take them the final 1,550 miles to the Frankfurt Motor Show - via three European capitals (Minsk, Warsaw and Berlin) - where four of the eight cars will be put on display.

All the Mazda3 hatchback test cars are powered by a 120ps SKYACTIV-G petrol engine mated to a six-speed SKYACTIV-MT manual transmission. From the stunning 'KODO - Soul of Motion' exterior design to the advanced lightweight SKYACTIV technology and a completely redesigned cabin space, the convention-defying all-new Mazda3 is built to exceed customer expectations.

Cars: The Porsche 918 Spyder Celebrates its World Debut at the IAA 2013

The Porsche 918 Spyder Celebrates its World Debut at the IAA 2013
Spectacular technology pioneer goes into series production

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 3, 2013 -- The Porsche 918 Spyder is celebrating its debut at this year's International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. The super sports car with plug-in hybrid drive marks the beginning of a new era for sports car manufacturing. Never before has a super car designed for everyday use offered such an impressive dynamic performance combined with the fuel consumption of a compact car. In setting this technological benchmark, the Porsche 918 Spyder is taking on a pioneering role similar to that of the 911 when it was unveiled at the IAA fifty years ago. To mark this anniversary, Porsche is presenting the "50 years 911" limited edition model. Based on the 911 Carrera S, this special model combines traditional 911 features with state-of-the-art technology. Porsche is completing its sports car line-up with the new 911 Turbo, which is being presented to the public for the first time.

In addition, the new Panamera is demonstrating the broad coverage of the Porsche range of models. As the first plug-in hybrid for Porsche, the Panamera S E-Hybrid is proving that Porsche is leading the field with its expertise in the development of fuel-efficient drive concepts for sports cars. Also on show is the Panamera Diesel, which now offers an output of 300 hp. The Panamera Diesel will not be offered in the U.S. market.

The outstanding combination of performance and efficiency typical of the brand is still Porsche's secret weapon when it comes to setting new sales records. Matthias Muller, President and CEO of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG recently said:

"From January to July, we were able deliver around 95,300 new vehicles worldwide – that's 17% more than in the first seven months of 2012," said Matthias Muller, President and CEO of Porsche AG. "We are therefore very confident about the next few months and we now firmly believe we will have sold more vehicles by the end of 2013 than we did in the previous year. Based on how things are going at the moment, we are set to have another record year – and that's in spite of the fact that the present economic climate is far from satisfactory."

The year 2012 was the most successful year to date in Porsche's history, with 143,096 vehicles sold and sales of 13.9 billion EUR.

Porsche's genetic blueprint for the future: The 918 Spyder with high-performance hybrid
The 918 Spyder is the continuation of the traditional Porsche DNA in a ground-breaking sports car concept. Designed from the start to be a high-performance hybrid, the 918 Spyder boasts an unprecedented combination of performance (offering the 887-hp output of a super sports car) and the virtually silent propulsion of an electric vehicle. The vehicle is able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 2.8 seconds and offers an average standard fuel consumption of between 3.0 and 3.3 liters/100 km. The 918 Spyder also allows a combustion engine to be combined with an electric motor-based drive to further optimize the dynamic performance of the vehicle.

DFW International Airport Enhances and Automates Guest Parking Experience with New Parking Technology and Control Plazas
Travelers entering the DFW Airport receive discounted parking rates with an NTTA® TollTag

DFW AIRPORT, Texas, Sept. 4, 2013 -- Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport today launched its new Parking Control System and new Control Plazas, a major upgrade in the system that registers the cars driving in and out of the Airport. The new system is highly automated and gives customers the ability to quickly process their own transactions with a North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) TollTag or a credit card. For the speediest transactions, as well as discounts on parking and pass-through rates, DFW Airport recommends motorists acquire a TollTag from NTTA.

"We have taken an important step to improve the customer experience by adding more lanes and reducing wait times to enter and exit the Airport," said Jeff Fegan, CEO of DFW Airport. "The new Parking Control System allows many more lanes to operate because they are automated, and that will mean a better experience for a great majority of our customers."

DFW Airport's new parking technology allows self-service ticket retrieval for guests who prefer to pay with a credit card. Guests who choose to use a TollTag will enjoy a faster experience and will save $2 per day on terminal parking or $1 when passing through the Airport. In order to take advantage of the speedier transactions, guests must activate DFW Airport expenditures on their NTTA TollTag online account. New TollTag accounts have DFW Airport transactions already enabled.

"Customers are really going to notice improvements in speed and availability of lanes, because have deployed a lot more lanes under the new system," said Ken Buchanan, executive vice president of revenue management at DFW Airport. "Just as you already see customers doing a self check-in at airport ticketing or a self check-out at the grocery store, you can now do that at DFW Airport parking plazas, which allows for a faster exit."

Under the new system, every entry lane will be automated, and the majority of exit lanes will also be automated. For passengers needing assistance, six booths will be staffed with cashiers at the north exit plaza, and there will be seven manned exit booths at the south plaza. Guests opting to pay with cash when exiting the Airport can still do so in the left exit lanes of the parking plazas. For guests arriving using the current system but leaving after the new system is enabled, there will be additional control plaza staffing during the transition period of about two weeks.

The new Parking Control System includes software and hardware from Skidata, one of the world's leading suppliers of parking access systems for vehicles. The total cost of the system, including construction of the new DFW entry plazas, associated administration buildings and full replacement of computer infrastructure, totals about $56 million.

2014 Porsche Panamera Model Line Debuts in U.S. Market
Seven new variants of the sport sedan are now on sale at local dealers

ATLANTA, Sept. 4, 2013 -- Porsche Cars North America today announced that the expanded Porsche Panamera model line is now available in dealer showrooms across the United States.

The Porsche Panamera sports sedan lineup expands for the 2014 model year with the addition of three new variants: the Panamera S E-Hybrid, the first plug-in hybrid from Porsche; and two luxurious Executive versions based on the Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo models.

A new 3.0 twin-turbo V6 engine replaces the previous 4.8-liter V8 engine in the Panamera S and Panamera 4S. The new engine is also used in the new Panamera 4S Executive and offers an additional 20 hp and 15 lb.-ft. of additional torque, with an increase of up to 17 percent in fuel economy compared to the V8 engine in the previous model. With this launch, the Panamera line-up now increases to nine individual models available in the U.S. market that offer an expansive range between sportiness and comfort.

The new Panamera S E-Hybrid improves the previous Panamera S Hybrid with a more powerful electric motor, and a higher-performance battery that supplies more energy and is able be recharged from home or public charging stations. The electric drive produces 95 hp, double the power of the previous model's electric motor (47 hp). Electricity is stored in a newly developed lithium-ion battery, which at 9.4 kWh has increased capacity over the previous battery (1.7 kWh). Via the integrated on-board charging componentry and the standard Porsche Universal Charger (AC), the battery can reach full charge within approximately two and a half hours when connected to a 240V power source. The Panamera S E-Hybrid is capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds on its way to a top track speed of 167 mph.

The new Panamera 4S Executive and Panamera Turbo Executive models, which feature a wheelbase extended by 5.9 inches, allow even more rear seating comfort and come with an extensive range of standard features, including a full leather interior. All Executive models are equipped with adaptive air-suspension featuring Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), which combines superior performance and enhanced ride comfort.

The all-new Mazda6 is officially one of the safest cars on the road in Britain after receiving a 5-Star safety rating in the latest Euro NCAP* tests, the highest rating possible. The result endorses Mazda's strategy of enhancing the safety of all its new vehicles by introducing such innovations as the impact-absorbing SKYACTIV-Body technology.

Both the Mazda6 saloon and tourer scored top marks in all four Euro NCAP categories after undergoing several crash tests. The scores achieved by the all-new Mazda6 were adult occupant protection (92%), child occupant protection (77%), and safety assist systems (81%) - comfortably above the 80%, 60% and 65% thresholds in these categories required to collect a 5-Star rating overall. The all-new Mazda6 also scored 66% for pedestrian safety, one the best marks in Europe among vehicles tested this year.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 4, 2013 -- Infiniti today launches an exclusive competition to design the helmet worn by Formula One Triple World champion Sebastian Vettel at the U.S. Grand Prix.

Race fans from all over America are being invited to submit their most creative designs to Infiniti. The winning entry will be personally chosen by Sebastian Vettel, who will wear the helmet for the Friday practice sessions and Saturday qualifying session at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas on November 15 and 16. The lucky winner plus a friend will also enjoy a VIP weekend at the U.S. Grand Prix with Infiniti, including meeting Vettel himself.

Participants will be able to submit their designs directly to the Infiniti competition website at www.infiniti-gp.com/competition/vettel-austin-helmet and can be done through the user-friendly design application on the homepage. For applicants who prefer to get creative by hand, they can download the helmet template and simply draw their design on paper. Those who have their own design applications are welcome to use them for their entry. Entries close at 7:59 a.m. ET on Sunday, September 29 and will be judged on Monday, September 30.

Sebastian Vettel is the youngest ever Triple World Champion and currently leads the 2013 Formula One World Championship. This year, the 26 year-old German also became Infiniti's Director of Performance and has been involved in the development of the new Q50 and the recently announced Infiniti Q30 Concept. As well as his race-winning performance on the track, he is also well known for using a different helmet design for every race.

Commenting on the competition, Sebastian Vettel said: "The helmets I wear are very important to me, as each one has a special meaning or a connection with the race in question. Normally I work closely with my helmet designer to come up with a new design for every other race, and this is the first time I've given the fans the chance to do it for me. I can't wait to see what they come up with!"

Cars: 2013 MAZDA5 NAMED TO AAA'S LIST OF 'TOP CARS FOR GROWING FAMILIES'

2013 MAZDA5 NAMED TO AAA'S LIST OF 'TOP CARS FOR GROWING FAMILIES'
- Mazda's Sporty Multi-Tasker Makes the Grade As a Top Buy for Families -

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 4, 2013 -- The 2013 Mazda5 today was named to AAA's list of "Top Cars for Growing Families" as chosen by the organization's auto-buying experts nationwide. The award-winning multi-activity vehicle offers an unmatched combination of functionality, design and performance in a just-right-sized package. AAA's latest top vehicle list – the first to focus on family-friendly vehicles – targeted expanding families needing more room, easy handling and dependability when shopping for a new vehicle.

"As families grow so do their expectations, and the Mazda5 was created with versatility in mind," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO). "Whether you need seats for six or cargo room for the latest big-box store shopping trip, the Mazda5 can meet your needs. Its compact frame allows for driving dynamics like no other yet its smart design, inside and out, allows for many creature comforts and conveniences for all passengers."

As North America's largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides more than 54 million members with travel, insurance, financial and automotive-related services. AAA's Auto Buying experts test drive and evaluate hundreds of vehicles each year with free vehicle reviews, localized pricing information and more available at www.AAA.com/carbuying or download the AAA Auto Buying Tools app for iPhone available in Apple's app store. Media can visit the AAA Newsroom for news releases and other information.

Starting at $19,940[1] MSRP, all 2013 Mazda5 vehicles feature a 2.5-liter MZR engine that offers 157 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 163 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. Standard features include 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels with P205/55R16 all-season tires, power door locks and windows with a driver's side one-touch up/down feature, power door mirrors with integrated LED turn-signal lamps, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, air conditioning with pollen filter, AM/FM/CD/MP3-compatible audio system with six speakers, USB and auxiliary jack connection ports, steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls, a remote keyless entry system and 50/50-split fold-flat third row seats. A six-speed manual is standard with an available five-speed Sport automatic transmission.

Safety also is standard as all Mazda5 vehicles are equipped with a long and impressive list of safety offerings, including six airbags (advanced dual front, front-seat mounted and full-length side curtain), anti-lock brakes (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with a Traction Control System (TCS), a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), "Triple H" body construction, side-impact door beams, a "crushable" brake and accelerator pedal assembly, three-point safety belts for all seating positions, front seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters as well as Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH).

The Auto Industry's New, Uncompromisng Approach To Vehicle Design Is Center Stage During Motorweek's 33rd Season

New up-beat pacing, international carriage on VOA, new Over the Edge reporter and a deep dive on coverage of unprecedented fuel efficiency trends are new season highlights

OWINGS MILLS, Md., Sept. 4, 2013 -- Season 33 of MotorWeek, television's original and longest-running automotive series, showcases a season-long theme of uncompromising design that includes both fuel economy and power as priorities. 2014 is the year of total performance: Fast, fuel-efficient vehicles without sacrifice on either end of the spectrum. The new season of MotorWeek premieres on public television stations nationwide beginning Saturday, September 7, 2013 and takes a look at what consumers can expect as the new energetic yet efficient models are rolled out.

"2014 is the year of total performance," says John Davis, MotorWeek host and senior executive producer. "Consumers are not going to settle for new cars that get the same gas mileage as in the past. Meaningful improvements in fuel efficiency – at least 20 percent better – is what is expected and now manufacturers must deliver that without a loss in performance."

MotorWeek's 33rd season will be defined by vehicles that provide speed, handling, agility, braking, ride, comforts and sophistication along with unparalleled strides in fuel economy. The season premiere launches into the rarefied air of a Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, one of the most powerful yet fuel conscious exotic cars ever built, which will share screen time with the Mitsubishi Outlander crossover that hopes to bring the brand back into prominence in the U.S. In episodes that follow, the MotorWeek team will explore the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, the all-new Mercedes S Class, Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, revamped Toyota Tundra and KIA Cadenza to name a few.

"More aerodynamic designs, lightweight materials such as aircraft grade aluminum along with the predominance of four-cylinder versus V6 engines in family cars, are all contributing to the wave of fuel efficiency without sacrifice on drivability, comfort or safety," says Davis. "The best part: these vehicles run up and down the price scale, from mainstream to the super luxurious."

Of course, MotorWeek staples include the return of master technician Pat Goss with DIY car care advice. Yolanda Vazquez delves into consumer news and trends in FYI and MotorNews while Brian Robinson reviews the newest motorcycles and scooters in Two Wheelin'. In his debut season, MotorWeek welcomes new Over the Edge reporter, Zach Maskel, for a quirky and fun look at the auto world in overdrive.

International audiences will now get to enjoy even more MotorWeek with the addition of the series to the Voice of America (VOA) schedule. VOA will run the series for two years through June of 2015. VOA provides a wide range of programming for broadcast on radio, TV and the Internet outside of the U.S., in 43 languages. VOA produces about 1,500 hours of news and feature programming each week for an estimated global audience of 123 million people

MotorWeek has been carried on Armed Forces TV from its first season and on various international outlets throughout its 33 years.

"We are thrilled to be part of VOA's roster of programming," says Steven Schupak, Senior Vice President and Chief Content Officer at Maryland Public Television. "Much of what is going on in the U.S. as a leader in the automotive business, is of interest around the world, including our safety and environmental regulations where other countries are confronting similar challenges."

Cars: Honda Cements Return to Formula One with European Racing Base in UK

Honda Cements Return to Formula One with European Racing Base in UK

LONDON, July 11, 2013 --

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that it will base its European racing operation in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, in preparation for participation in the FIA*1 Formula One (F1) World Championship from the 2015 season.

As announced on May 16, 2013, Honda will participate in F1, under a joint project with McLaren, as a supplier of the power unit including the engine and energy recovery system from the 2015 season.

The new facility will be the European frontline operation for Honda's F1 participation and will rebuild and maintain the power units developed at Honda R&D centre in Tochigi, Japan. Honda will also base its trackside support operations from this new European office.

This office will be located in the new engine research and development centre of MUGEN EURO Co., Ltd.*2, where Honda plans to start operations from June of 2014.

Whilst the development and manufacture of Honda's F1 power units will take place at the R&D centre in Tochigi, Japan, it was important for Honda to establish a European facility to support its racing operation. The U.K. is an ideal location; it is the home of McLaren, many F1 suppliers are U.K. based and with 7 of the 19 races taking place in Europe (2013), the U.K. acts as a global hub for the transportation of parts as well as team personnel.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 11, 2013 -- For 2013, Ram has taken one of its most popular models and loaded it with attitude.

The Ram Black Express takes a combination of style, performance, capability and value and transforms into the "baddest-looking" factory-built truck on the market.

The 2013 Ram Black Express is distinguished by its all-black exterior. Starting with 20-inch black aluminum wheels, it also adds a black front fascia with fog lamps, black grille surround with black hex-link inserts, black rear bumper and black Ram's head badges on the grille and tailgate. All body-side badging has been removed.

"Ram Trucks are known for their bold, in-your-face presence," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Ram Truck Brand. "The new Black Express takes Ram's aggressive good looks to an all new sinister level by 'blackening out' the entire truck while maintaining a great price."

The Ram Black Express also features premium bi-functional halogen projector headlamps with black bezels, 15 amber LEDs for park/turn/position lamp and three amber LEDs for the side marker. The taillamps also include black finishes and are comprised of 15 red LEDs with three red LEDs for the side markers.

The 2013 Ram Black Express is available in two- and four-wheel-drive models and a choice of regular cab, quad cab or crew cab body styles.

The 2013 Ram 1500 Black Express will begin reaching dealerships in July 2013.

About the Ram 1500 Express

The Ram 1500 Express is aimed squarely at first-time buyers and owners who are seeking a vehicle with performance and style that they can customize and make their own.

"With HEMI® power and sport-truck styling, the Ram 1500 Express has been one of our most popular models," added Bigland. "Young and first-time buyers expect to get a lot for their money. Ram 1500 Express gives them great looks along with HEMI® horsepower, torque, towing and payload, in a choice of cab sizes -- all at a fantastic price."

In addition to the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology, 395 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque, the Ram 1500 Express comes loaded with content that emphasizes its high-performance character.